Crisis exercise in Münster: Authorities train for the large power failure!

Crisis exercise in Münster: Authorities train for the large power failure!

Münster, Deutschland - Münster is put to the test: In a spectacular crisis exercise on November 13, five authorities jointly played through a scenario of a large -scale power failure in parts of Münster and the district of Steinfurt. Under the leadership of the district government of Münster and the institute of the NRW fire brigade, it was impressively demonstrated how authorities can work together quickly and effectively in realistic conditions to ensure the safety of the population.

The dramatic exercise scenario began with the alarming message of a massive power failure in the southern urban area of Münster. Shortly afterwards there was another failure in the Steinfurt district. The emergency control centers ran hot - after the incident, traffic light systems, pumping stations and mobile phone networks had to be registered as unusual. Critical emergency situations were created in hospitals and care facilities that required the fastest reactions. In addition to these challenges, there were also various accidents that further complicated and road closures as well as first aid made measures.

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The participating security forces not only had to master the individual events, but also interact with each other in order to deal with the situation efficiently. Among other things, there was a fire in a ride on the send. This exercise ensured that cooperation and communication between the authorities was never lost sight of. After the end of the exercise day, everyone involved was convinced of the result: "Such interdisciplinary exercises are of enormous importance to prepare for an emergency as possible," emphasized President Andreas Bothe.

those responsible, including Münster police chief Alexandra Dorndorf, emphasized the importance of speed in an emergency: "In a crisis, every minute counts. Quick, coordinated and professionally, can save lives in an emergency." The district administrator of the Steinfurt district, Dr. Martin Sommer left no doubt that the exercise was a good opportunity to check the efficiency and operational readiness of the teams in the Münsterland. "We are optimistic that we remain capable of acting in an emergency and that we can guarantee the security of our citizens," he concluded with an urgent appeal for further cooperation.